What are the responsibilities and job description for the Graduate Employee-AI/ML Development Research Assistant position at Sam Houston State University?
Posting Information
Requisition
202600336ST
Title
Graduate Employee-AI/ML Development Research Assistant
Employee Class
Student Employee
College Work Study Position
No
Department
Dept of Engineering Technology
Division
Division of Academic Affairs
Hours per week
Up to 20 hours per week, as needed and consistent with university student employment rules.
Hiring Rate
University graduate student appointment rate; typically approximately $7,500 per semester, subject to university policy and appointment terms.
Preferred Student Classification
graduate student – Project Area: AI/ML Model Development Projects
Nature & Purpose of Position
The selected student will support development projects related to machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI). Work may include assisting with data preparation, model development and evaluation, prototyping, experimentation, documentation, and implementation of AI/ML workflows. Specific assignments will vary based on project needs and may involve emerging tools, methods, and research-oriented software development.
Other Requirements for the Position
Required/Preferred Qualifications:
1.Current graduate student in Engineering Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or a related technical field.
2. Basic knowledge of Python programming.
3.Basic mathematics background, including comfort with algebra, statistics, or related quantitative concepts.
4. Willingness to learn new AI/ML tools, frameworks, and development practices.
5. Ability to work independently and communicate progress clearly.
6. Partial experience with cloud deployment or AWS is preferred but not required.
1.Current graduate student in Engineering Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or a related technical field.
2. Basic knowledge of Python programming.
3.Basic mathematics background, including comfort with algebra, statistics, or related quantitative concepts.
4. Willingness to learn new AI/ML tools, frameworks, and development practices.
5. Ability to work independently and communicate progress clearly.
6. Partial experience with cloud deployment or AWS is preferred but not required.
Open Date
09/16/2026
Position Number
8N9978-00
Contact Information
Contact Name & Title
Dr. Syed Hasib Akhter Faruqui, Assist Prof - Engineering Design
Contact Phone
936-294-4882
Contact Email
shf006@shsu.edu
Contact Building & Room #
Pirkle 324
Contact Fax
Contact Instructions Summary
EEO Statement
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.
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Benefits:
Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off, Job TrainingSalary : $34,973 - $51,531